Operating Instructions
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01334J
12 VOLT FULLY AUTOMATIC
BATTERY CHARGER
MODEL 15840
Specifications
AC Supply:
100-125 or 200-250 volts, 50 or 60 Hertz, single-phase
DC Output:
12 volts, 10 amps, tapering to 3 amps or less
Battery Capacity:
Use only on 12 volt, 6 cell, 55 to 105 ampere-hour (20 hr. rate) liquid electrolyte lead
acid batteries
PLEASE SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For correct operation of the equipment, it is important to read and be familiar
with this entire manual before installing and operating the charger.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL AFTER READING.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS:
BECOME ALERT—YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAN OCCUR.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.
This manual contains important safety and
operating instructions. Read and understand
this entire manual before installing or operating
the charger.
2.
Before
using
battery
charger,
read
all
instructions and cautionary markings on battery
charger, battery, and product using battery.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY,
CHARGE ONLY LIQUID ELECTROLYTE LEAD
ACID RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. OTHER
TYPES OF BATTERIES MAY BURST CAUSING
PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE.
3.
Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
4.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold
by the battery charger manufacturer may result
in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
5.
To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and
cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.
6.
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected
to damage or stress.
7.
An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper
extension cord could result in a risk of fire and
electric shock. If extension cord must be used,
make sure that:
a.
Pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number, size, and shape as those of plug on
charger cord.
b.
Extension cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition.
c.
Wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of charger.
